2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 97 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Cee'd | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
