2005 Kia Retona vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Retona | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Retona | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |