2005 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Cerato | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cerato | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |
