2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 263 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cee'd | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
