2008 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Kia Amanti

To start off, both 2008 BMW 323 and 2008 Kia Amanti were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323.

Because 2008 BMW 323 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 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Amanti (261 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323. 2008 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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