2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1996 Kia Retona
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 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 553 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Cee'd | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |