2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |