2002 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 760 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Carnival |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |