2009 Kia Rio vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rio | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
