2006 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Amanti.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Amanti. 2008 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M5 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
