2006 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, both vehicles can yield 188 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Joice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1977 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
