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, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 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 Honda Civic weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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 | 1086 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |