2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2009 Kia Cee'd
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Cee'd
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2981 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 236 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 53 L


 

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