Kia Ceed I vs Volkswagen Golf Mk4: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Kia · 2006–2012
Ceed I
- Power
- 105 kW143 PS
- Kerb mass
- -
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Volkswagen · 1997–2010
Golf Mk4
- Power
- 175 kW238 PS
- Kerb mass
- 1,113 kg
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At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: Ceed I 0 Golf Mk4 1
- Family Too close to call Boot: 340 l vs 330 l
- City Golf Mk4 Length: 4,149 mm vs 4,235 mm; Width: 1,735 mm vs 1,790 mm
In plain words
Volkswagen Golf Mk4 has more power: 175 kW (238 PS) against 105 kW (143 PS) for Kia Ceed I. Kia Ceed I is 86 mm longer than Volkswagen Golf Mk4 (4,235 mm vs 4,149 mm). Kia Ceed I has the bigger boot: 340 l against 330 l. Volkswagen Golf Mk4 is the older design (from 1997); Kia Ceed I arrived in 2006. On the catalog figures, the Volkswagen Golf Mk4 is the pick for city. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Kia Ceed I yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Ceed I | Golf Mk4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm166.7 in † | 4,149 mm163.3 in −86 mm −3.4 in −2.0% |
| Width | 1,790 mm70.5 in † | 1,735 mm68.3 in −55 mm −2.2 in −3.1% |
| Height | 1,480 mm58.3 in † | 1,444 mm56.9 in −36 mm −1.4 in −2.4% |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm104.3 in † | 2,511 mm98.9 in −139 mm −5.5 in −5.2% |
| Boot | 340 l12.0 cu ft † | 330 l11.7 cu ft −10 l −0.4 cu ft −2.9% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs Ceed I (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors. † from another version of this generation.
Full specifications
| Kia Ceed I | Volkswagen Golf Mk4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 2.0 (143 PS) · petrol · 105 kW (143 PS) | 3.2 · 175 kW (238 PS) |
| Production years | 2006–2012 | 1997–2010 |
| Body | Hatchback, Station wagon | Hatchback, Station wagon |
| Country | South Korea | Germany |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 105 kW (143 PS) 141 hp | 175 kW (238 PS) 235 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 66–105 kW (90–143 PS) 89–141 hp | 50–175 kW (68–238 PS) 67–235 hp |
| Power per tonne | No data | 157 kW/t 191 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | No data |
| Engine | 2,000 cc 2.0 l | 3,200 cc 3.2 l |
| Gearbox | No data | dual-clutch |
| Drive | No data | All-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,235 mm 166.7 in † | 4,149 mm 163.3 in |
| Width | 1,790 mm 70.5 in † | 1,735 mm 68.3 in |
| Height | 1,480 mm 58.3 in † | 1,444 mm 56.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm 104.3 in † | 2,511 mm 98.9 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,113 kg 2,454 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 340 l 12.0 cu ft † | 330 l 11.7 cu ft |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2007) | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (1): Body.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
† from another version of this generation.