2007 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M5 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 14.5 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 | 1755 kg | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
