2007 BMW 650 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 650 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
