1998 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 12 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
