2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 249 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |