2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Polo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
