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120D Efficientdynamics vs K5 EX

BMW · Kia

1/4 Mile winner
120D Efficientdynamics
Beats the K5 EX by 0.10s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 120D Efficientdynamics beats the K5 EX by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 120D Efficientdynamics thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
163 hp
180 hp
0–100 km/h
7.7s
7.8s
Top speed
225 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
I4
1.6L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
264 Nm
Price
$39,000
$28,500

Simulated race times

Distance
120D Efficientdynamics
K5 EX
100 m
7.055s
7.084s
1/8 mile
10.389s
10.440s
1/4 mile
15.528s
15.626s
1 km
27.494s
27.742s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: K5 EX is $28,500 vs $39,000 for the 120D Efficientdynamics — a $10,500 gap. Power: K5 EX makes 17 hp more (163 vs 180). Top speed: 120D Efficientdynamics runs to 225 km/h, 5 km/h higher than K5 EX.

FAQ

Which is faster, the 120D Efficientdynamics or the K5 EX?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 120D Efficientdynamics is faster, beating the K5 EX by 0.10 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 120D Efficientdynamics vs the K5 EX?

The 120D Efficientdynamics hits 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, while the K5 EX does it in 7.8 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The 120D Efficientdynamics produces 163 hp; the K5 EX produces 180 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The 120D Efficientdynamics tops out at 225 km/h, and the K5 EX reaches 220 km/h.

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