2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Honda Civic
When we compare the 2009 Kia Optima's and the 2009 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Kia Optima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2009 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Kia Optima's and the 2009 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2009 Kia Optima.
2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2009 Kia Optima ranges from $3,170 to $10,956 while a used 2009 Honda Civic is priced between $4,959 to $12,971.
2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2009 Kia Optima loses 43.2 percent of its value and the 2009 Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the 2009 Honda Civic retains 12.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2009 Kia Optima.
2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Optima is 8.4 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Kia Optima being ranked 8 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Honda Civic being ranked 2 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Honda Civic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Optima is 7.7 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Optima.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Kia Optima’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 2009 Honda Civic base engine makes 140 horsepower. The Optima is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles.This gives the 2009 Honda Civic the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2009 Kia Optima the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2009 Kia Optima, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2009 Kia Optima and the 2009 Honda Civic have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3170 - 10956
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.431597
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4959 - 12971
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.304053
Kia Optima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.419361 / 10
Reliability:
7.658084 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958065 / 10
Reliability:
8.774194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Optima Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid, Natural Gas
2009 Kia Optima Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX
2009 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
169 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3157 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
189 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2630 lbs
Width:
69 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
177.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15