2008 Kia Rio vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 859 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 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2013 BMW X6 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. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Rio | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |