2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Cee'd | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |