2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
