2008 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 528 | K2700 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |