2006 BMW 645 vs. 2005 Kia Visto

To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 1 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 1010 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 2006 BMW 645 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 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Visto, 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 645 2005 Kia Visto
Make BMW Kia
Model 645 Visto
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 794 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2390 mm