2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1999 Proton Persona
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 439 kg more than 1999 Proton Persona. 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 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1999 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Cee'd | Persona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
