2006 Kia Rio vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |