2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 8 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
