2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 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 ActiveHybrid 7. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Cerato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cerato | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 105 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
