2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 131 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Elantra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |