2010 Kia Rio vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rio | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
