2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2008 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, 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rio | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
