2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |