2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 232 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
