1996 Volvo V40 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 159 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. 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 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo V40 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | V40 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1240 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
