2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 4 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), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
