2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1525 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
