2011 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1515 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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, both vehicles can yield 155 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | A | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
