1999 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 379 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Aurora | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1720 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
