2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic and 2005 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 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 (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |