2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Rio
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 Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
