2009 BMW 335 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 335 | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |