2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 308 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cee'd | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |