1996 BMW 725 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 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio.
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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 725 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
