2001 BMW 745 vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 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 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 745 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
