2009 BMW 335 vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Potentia 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 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Kia Potentia. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 335 | Potentia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |