2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 120 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
