2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 457 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 2010 BMW 328 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 2010 BMW 328. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cee'd | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
