2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 851 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Cee'd | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Cee'd | X5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |