2006 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 305 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, 2006 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 120 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
