2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2000 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Potentia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |