2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 431 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
