2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 78 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1491 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |