2002 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 599 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Trajet |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |