2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | K2700 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1326 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
