2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Elantra | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |