2007 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 523. 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 523 | Cerato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |