2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 558 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
