2011 Kia Rio vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 295 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 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Rio | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Rio | 118 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |