2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Elantra and 2007 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Elantra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
