2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cee'd | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |