2006 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Avella |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |