2004 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (167 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 Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
