1997 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 1997 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 1997 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
