2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Kia K2700 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | K2700 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2665 cc |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |