2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 203 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Kia Chevrolet
Model Cee'd Corvette
Year Released 2012 2002
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1591 cc 5664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 339 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 483 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1317 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 117 L


 

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