2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Kia Amanti

To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 Kia Amanti were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530.

Because 2007 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti. 2007 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 2007 Kia Amanti
Make BMW Kia
Model 530 Amanti
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 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


 

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