2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
