2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic 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 (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 189 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Getz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |