2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cerato | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
