2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 32 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan X-Trail 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Nissan Kia
Model X-Trail Cee'd
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1317 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 53 L


 

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