1996 Honda Today 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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Today | Pro-ceed |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |