1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 153 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cavalier | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
