1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 218 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Because 1998 Dodge Copperhead is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Dodge Copperhead. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Copperhead | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |