2003 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 694 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2004 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 2004 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
