2002 Holden Astra vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Astra | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Astra | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |