2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X3 | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
