1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 618 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |