2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Cerato (101 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Kia Cerato.
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 Cerato (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
