2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1092 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Cee'd | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |