2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |