1995 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |