2008 Kia Pro-ceed vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z

To start off, both 2008 Kia Pro-ceed and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.

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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 2008 Nissan 350Z
Make Kia Nissan
Model Pro-ceed 350Z
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1112 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 76 L