2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
