2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Cee'd | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
