2009 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
