2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 156 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2013 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
