2011 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 363 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Cee'd | Colorado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |