2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 208 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Cee'd | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
