2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Rondo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |