2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Pro-ceed would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Pro-ceed. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Pro-ceed has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Pilot | Pro-ceed |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |