1999 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 2,398 cc, 1999 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 159 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1999 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | GTO | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1582 cc |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 255 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1358 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |