2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
