2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Forte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |