2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Micra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
