1993 Ford Probe vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato.
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, 2004 Kia Cerato (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Probe | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
