2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
