2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Cee'd | 406 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
