2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Avella |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |