2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 19 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1404 mm |
