2007 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2007 BMW 650 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 482 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 650 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 650. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 650 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |