2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
