2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 811 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, 2006 Kia Optima (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |