2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 179 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Sportage | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |