2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS 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 | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cee'd | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
