2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1582 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
