2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima, 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 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |