2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Kia Rio

To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.

Because 2005 BMW 325 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 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 325 2008 Kia Rio
Make BMW Kia
Model 325 Rio
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 181 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 145 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1511 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 45 L