1998 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
