2009 Kia Opirus vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 BMW 525.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus, 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Opirus | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Opirus | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
