2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2008 Kia Cee'd and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc, 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Cee'd 2008 Toyota Avensis
Make Kia Toyota
Model Cee'd Avensis
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1589 cc 2231 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 16.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 192 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1464 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 60 L


 

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