2011 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX.
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, 2009 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Cee'd | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Cee'd | CSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 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 | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
