2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
