1997 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
