2007 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. 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 166 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 328 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
