2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. 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, 2004 Kia Spectra (185 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Spectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |