2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 65 kg more 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, 2006 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Getz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |