2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
