2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC 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 323 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Cee'd | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
