2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
