1998 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |