2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S-MX | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |