2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 178 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
