2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Kia Pro-ceed and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pro-ceed | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
