2012 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Visto, 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 535 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2390 mm |
