2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 290 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
