2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Cee'd | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |