2007 BMW 118 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 118 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
