2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 565 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |