2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur
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 Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |