2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 177 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 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Picanto | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
