2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 293 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, 2008 Kia Spectra (185 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |