2006 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2006 BMW 650 and 2006 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 650 | Picanto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |