2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 128 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 ix20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
