2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2009 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Elantra | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |