2012 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2012 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | i10 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
