2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Audi A4

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 248 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 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Kia Cee'd 2004 Audi A4
Make Kia Audi
Model Cee'd A4
Year Released 2012 2004
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1591 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.4 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 192 km/hour 222 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1317 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 66 L