2007 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 257 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Opirus, 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 650 | Opirus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |