2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Retona
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 Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2008 Honda Civic and 2005 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 516 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |