2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |