2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Accent |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |