2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Civic (350 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
