2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 903 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2012 Hyundai Accent
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Civic Accent
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1087 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4369 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 43 L


 

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