1996 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 264 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
