2007 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.

Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 2009 Hyundai Getz
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Civic Getz
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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