2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2010 Kia Cee'd
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Express Cee'd
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 77.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 74.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1399 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 53 L