1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 168 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corsica | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
