2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
