2011 Infiniti G25 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti G25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti G25 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 2011 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Infiniti G25 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G25 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |