2008 Honda Fit vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Fit | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
