2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |