2001 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 604 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2006 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
