2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. 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, 2011 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rondo | 520 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
