2005 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
