2000 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
