1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 638 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Domino | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
