2001 Renault Talisman vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Talisman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Talisman would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Renault Talisman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Talisman weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2001 Renault Talisman 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 2001 Renault Talisman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman. 2001 Renault Talisman has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Talisman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Talisman | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Talisman | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
