2002 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Pro-ceed has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Pro-ceed |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
