2005 Kia Visto vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Visto | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Visto | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2968 mm |
