2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2000 Kia Joice

To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW Convertible 2000 Kia Joice
Make BMW Kia
Model Convertible Joice
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2730 mm


 

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