2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Kia Toyota
Model Cee'd Camry
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 3310 cc
Horse Power 141 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1341 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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