2006 BMW 630 vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 630 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 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga, 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2010 Kia Venga
Make BMW Kia
Model 630 Venga
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1253 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L


 

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