2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |