2002 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
