2004 Kia Rio vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Rio | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |