2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cee'd | Prius |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 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 | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |