2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
