2008 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 560 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 740 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 34.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
