2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |