2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 863 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sedona | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
