2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
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 Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 15 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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
