2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |