2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 5 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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Getz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |