1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 229 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.
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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Intrepid | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
