2006 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 799 kg more than 2011 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 Kia Optima (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Optima | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |