2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 183 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 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 RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | RunX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
