2011 Kia Rio vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 325 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 2004 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Rio | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4016 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |