1996 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 287 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. 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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Pro-ceed |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
