2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
