1998 Ford Libre vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Libre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Libre would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Ford Libre. 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Libre | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Libre | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1368 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |