2006 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Kia Amanti

To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.

Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2004 Kia Amanti
Make BMW Kia
Model 530 Amanti
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1824 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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