2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 200 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1590 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 154 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |