2006 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, 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 530 (300 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 530 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
