2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cee'd | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
