2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | i30 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
