1999 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 309 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2794 mm |
