1999 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 401 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2012 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Forte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |