2006 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.

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 (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Vectra 2010 Kia Cee'd
Make Opel Kia
Model Vectra Cee'd
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.2 mm 93.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 205 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1341 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 53 L


 

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