2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Getz (107 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Getz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1163 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
