2001 BMW Compact vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, both 2001 BMW Compact and 2001 Kia Pride Wagon were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Compact 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 Compact. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 Compact (237 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Compact | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |