2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2655 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
