2012 BMW 640 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 640. 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 640 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 640 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
