2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
