2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 237 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Cee'd | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
