1995 Ford Probe vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 169 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe.
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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Probe | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Probe | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |