2003 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Soul |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |