2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 4 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 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, 2005 Honda Civic (119 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | i10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
