1993 Ford Versailles vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Versailles.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Versailles | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Versailles | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
