2012 Nissan NV vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, both 2012 Nissan NV and 2012 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1318 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.

Because 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Nissan NV 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Nissan Kia
Model NV Cee'd
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 2635 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 6111 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2029 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 2131 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3711 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 53 L


 

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