2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 832 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto, 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Picanto | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
