2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 307 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
