2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cee'd | Carens |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12 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 | 1399 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
