2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 328 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 328 | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |