2008 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 476 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 330 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 330. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 14.5 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 | 1540 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
