2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Cee'd | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
