2009 BMW 125 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 3 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 125 | Pregio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |