2007 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Potentia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |