2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |