2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 709 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Cee'd | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
