2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra 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 134 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
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 (255 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Spectra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
