2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Nissan Versa.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Versa | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Versa | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |