2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 412 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Cee'd | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
