1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 882 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
