2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1322 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Picanto | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |