2008 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 102 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |