2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Clarus | Fit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
