2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 505 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Pregio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |