2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
