2009 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
