2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. Both 2009 Kia Cee'd and 1994 Suzuki Vitara are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Cee'd | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
