2007 BMW 323 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 BMW 323.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 2007 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga, 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 323 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
