2012 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4276 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
