1993 Ford Royale vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
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 (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Royale | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Royale | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
