2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
