2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Kia Forte were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte, 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 550 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
