2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto, 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z4 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
