1998 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 52 kg more than 1998 BMW 328.
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 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 328 | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 328 | Pregio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |