2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2009 Kia Cee'd and 2009 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 9 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cee'd | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |