2008 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 118 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
