2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 325 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 2004 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |