2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Cee'd | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
