2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Picanto | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |