2005 Toyota Mark II 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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 143 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Mark II | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Mark II | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
