2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
