2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 355 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 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Cee'd
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 238 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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