2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
