2012 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2003 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Accent | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1087 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4369 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1699 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |