1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Terracan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |