2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1377 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada 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 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cee'd | Armada |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
