2012 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Venga would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga, 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 520 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
