2000 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 7 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525.
Because 2000 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti, 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 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti. 2007 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
