1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
