1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 677 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
