2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |