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 (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 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 6 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
