2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | K2700 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 34.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |