2002 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 944 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1344 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
