2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 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 27 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 612 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
