2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 788 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 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 2010 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Cee'd | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
