2010 Kia Rio vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 564 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Rio | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | X1 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |