2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 747 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cerato | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
