1994 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 297 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Carens |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |