2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 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 i10 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i10 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |