2000 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Clarus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1997 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1997 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
