2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 935 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 2013 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2013 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Equus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
