2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 592 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cee'd | Proudia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
