2001 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2003 Kia Sephia II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 520 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 2001 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 520 | 2003 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
