2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Cerato |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |