2005 Kia Spectra5 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (139 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra5.
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 Kia Spectra5 (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra5 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Spectra5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
