2007 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
