2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 and 2005 Kia K2700 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 535 | K2700 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2665 cc |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |