2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
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, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cee'd | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |