2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 127 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
