2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 190 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, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Optima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
