2007 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga, 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
