1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 196 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
