2005 Kia Rio vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 990 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 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | 6 series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 447 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |