2005 Kia Retona vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Retona | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2761 mm |
