2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo GTV 2010 Kia Cee'd
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model GTV Cee'd
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 215 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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