2000 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
