1998 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
