2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 37 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
