2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 328 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
