2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 5 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), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |