2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 21 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, 2011 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Cerato | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |