2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 83 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Jetta 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Volkswagen Kia
Model Jetta Cee'd
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 4644 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1778 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1482 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2651 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 53 L


 

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