2008 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 302 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.
Because 2008 BMW 525 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 2008 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
