2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2009 Kia Cee'd and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.

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 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Cee'd 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Cee'd Jetta
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors


 

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