1994 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
