1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 1996 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Ballade | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
