2000 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | Pregio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |