2002 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 606 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Retona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
