2006 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Astra | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |