1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |