2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 42 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cee'd | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |
