2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
