2005 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
