2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2008 Honda Civic and 2001 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Honda Civic (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |