2011 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 258 kg more than 2011 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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2013 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1193 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
