2011 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 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 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 328 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 328 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
