2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 237 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 Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Tacoma | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
