2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (277 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
