1998 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 11 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rondo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |