2000 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Contour | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.4 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 | 1248 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |