2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
