2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
