2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 7 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | H1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
