2008 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2656 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
