2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i30 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |