1996 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 167 kg more than 1996 BMW 530.
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 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 530 | Pregio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |