1999 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 87 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
