2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2013 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Accent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |