2004 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
