1995 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 542 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Explorer | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |