2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Convertible | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
