2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Pro-ceed 2005 Honda Accord
Make Kia Honda
Model Pro-ceed Accord
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 65 L


 

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