2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto.
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 (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1086 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
