2006 Kia Rio vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 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 2010 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio, 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |