2009 BMW 118 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 118 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
