2006 Opel Astra 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 Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 137 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 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 Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Astra | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |