2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight 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 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Cee'd | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
