2004 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |