2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Kia Magentis (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
