2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 91 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
