1999 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 10 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 543 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Tucson |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |