2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, both 2009 Kia Rondo and 2009 BMW 650 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rondo | 650 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |