2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Accent | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
