2012 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW 335 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 335 | RIO |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |