2007 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 6 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 94 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 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. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 328 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 328 | RIO |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |