2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 52 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Pro-ceed |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |