2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia K2700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia K2700 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 40 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 @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
