2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 6 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. Both 2005 Honda Civic and 2011 Hyundai ix35 are equipped with a 1,685 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 386 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | ix35 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |