2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Cee'd | Insight |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |