Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Hyundai Veloster | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,488 mm | 4,219 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,753 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,321 kg | 1,310 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 50 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,318 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 897 mm | 53 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,295 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 805 mm | 74 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,920 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 340 L | 439 L | -99 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 | 983 L | -971 |
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |
2015 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster review |