2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Accent | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |