1999 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Commodore | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |