2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 235 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, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |