1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
