1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 18 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |