2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 623 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 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 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Cee'd | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cee'd | 730 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 124 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
