2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,799 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 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1594 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 | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |