2004 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, both 2004 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 729 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 M3 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 M3. 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 M3 (350 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M3 | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |