2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 478 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Accent |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |