2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
