2006 Opel Agila 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 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Agila | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
