2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Almera | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1582 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1358 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
