2000 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Picanto |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |