2005 Kia Amanti vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Amanti weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Amanti | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Amanti | 318 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |