2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
