2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 507 kg more than 2005 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 Azera (348 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Azera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 348 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |