2007 BMW 523 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 523 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
