2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.

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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Civic Santa Fe
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L