2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 66 kg more 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 Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz 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 Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Getz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.9 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 | 1121 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
