2007 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Spectra 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 (215 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
