Elantra GT vs Civic
Hyundai · Honda
1/4 Mile winner
Elantra GT
Beats the Civic by 0.15s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Elantra GT beats the Civic comfortably, finishing 0.15 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Elantra GT thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
160 hp
158 hp
0–100 km/h
8.3s
8.5s
Top speed
200 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
1.6L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
320 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$22,000
$20,400
Simulated race times
Distance
Elantra GT
Civic
100 m
7.225s
7.302s
1/8 mile
10.687s
10.797s
1/4 mile
16.085s
16.236s
1 km
28.903s
29.122s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Civic is $20,400 vs $22,000 for the Elantra GT — a $1,600 gap. 0–100 km/h: Elantra GT is 0.20s quicker (8.3s vs 8.5s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Elantra GT or the Civic?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Elantra GT is faster, beating the Civic by 0.15 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Elantra GT vs the Civic?
The Elantra GT hits 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds, while the Civic does it in 8.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Elantra GT produces 160 hp; the Civic produces 158 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Elantra GT tops out at 200 km/h, and the Civic reaches 200 km/h.
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