2012 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2012 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
