2005 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. 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 2012 Kia Venga. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | Venga |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1343 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |