1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 312 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Impreza | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |