1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 244 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude.
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 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Prelude | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Picanto |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |