2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 67 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (250 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rondo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |