2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 BMW X3
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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 558 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 X3 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 X3 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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cee'd | X3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| 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 | 124 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
