1999 Rover 25 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 328 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 25 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 25 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |