2009 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Pregio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |