2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Magentis (247 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
