2003 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
