2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2012 Kia Cee'd and 2012 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Cee'd | Splash |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |