2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Hyundai Getz
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 Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Getz 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 76 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Getz. 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 (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Getz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
