2009 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2009 BMW 130 and 2009 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 130 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 2009 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
