2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Cee'd | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |