2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 533 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2188 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |