2008 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 550 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
