2008 BMW 635 vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 BMW 635 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 BMW 635.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 635. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 2008 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 635 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 635 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
