2011 Kia Optima vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 381 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Optima | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Optima | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
