1999 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 422 kg more than 1999 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 Hyundai Sonata (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
