2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 128 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.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
