2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1493 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |