2011 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 257 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo V50 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | V50 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1499 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
