1999 Rover 25 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 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 287 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
