2005 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 141 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Vectra | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |