2009 Opel Insignia vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Insignia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Insignia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Insignia | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Insignia | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2660 mm |
