2008 Kia Rio vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rio | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
