2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cee'd | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
