2008 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 587 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1323 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
