2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
