2001 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 1999 Kia Clarus has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
