1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 452 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
