2009 Kia Amanti vs. 2009 BMW 630

To start off, both 2009 Kia Amanti and 2009 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Amanti.

Because 2009 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Amanti.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Amanti 2009 BMW 630
Make Kia BMW
Model Amanti 630
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 261 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm


 

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