2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
