2000 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 252 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 323 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
