2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 328 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |