2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
