2001 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
