2009 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Getz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |