2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 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 (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
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2009 Hyundai Getz | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Getz | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |