2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2009 Kia Cee'd and 2009 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 264 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, 2009 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens 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 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Cee'd | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |