2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
