2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 369 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
