1996 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Towner
To start off, 2005 Kia Towner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Towner weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Towner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
