2006 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Avella |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |