2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Elantra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
