2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 135 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 2010 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rio | 135 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
