2002 Honda Acty vs. 2013 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 685 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Acty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Acty has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Acty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Acty 2013 Kia Sportage
Make Honda Kia
Model Acty Sportage
Year Released 2002 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 660 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 228 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1525 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L


 

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