2002 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 8 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | i10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 35 L |
