2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cee'd | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
