1999 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 218 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Signum | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Signum | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |