2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Optima weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Kia Optima (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2007 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
