2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 68 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |