2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Spectra | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Spectra | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |