2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 70 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Cee'd | Cruze |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |