2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed.
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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
