2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 141 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |