2006 Morgan 44 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 383 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 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 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan 44 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Morgan | Kia |
| Model | 44 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
