2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 4 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |