2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S60 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
