1996 BMW 540 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 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio. 1996 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 540 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 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 | 70 L | 65 L |
