2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |