2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1387 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
