1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Vectra | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |