2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 201 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sedona | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| 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 | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 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 | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
