2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1997 Porsche 993
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 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 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 1997 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Cee'd | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
