2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
