2008 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
