2002 Kia Towner vs. 2013 Honda Civic

To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Towner would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 57 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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2002 Kia Towner 2013 Honda Civic
Make Kia Honda
Model Towner Civic
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1227 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 4556 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1752 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2670 mm