1998 Rover 200 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 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 292 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 200 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 200 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |