1996 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 BMW 325.
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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 325 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Pregio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |