Hyundai Tiburon vs. Honda Civic
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai Tiburon and Honda Civic contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Hyundai Tiburon and the Honda Civic.
When we compare the Hyundai Tiburon's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai Tiburon has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai Tiburon's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2008 Hyundai Tiburon ranges from $3,425 to $8,986 while a used 2008 Honda Civic is priced between $3,918 to $11,229.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai Tiburon’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Honda Civic base engine makes 140 horsepower. The Tiburon is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. This gives the Honda Civic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai Tiburon. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai Tiburon has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and cargo space. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Hyundai Tiburon and Honda Civic are comparable in regards to front head room, and front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,270
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$14,810
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
$15,370
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
$13,895 - $17,495
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,203
Price Range:
$3,425 - $8,986
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
11
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
125,670
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,224
Price Range:
$3,918 - $11,229
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
$6,761
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
$5,546 - $9,350
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
230
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
147,326
# Good or Great Deals:
68
Hyundai Tiburon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.4 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai Tiburon
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Civic
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
15.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
7.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
1.6 - 18.3
Hyundai Tiburon Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid, Natural Gas
Hyundai Tiburon Trim Levels
GS, GT, GT Limited, SE
Honda Civic Trim Levels
DX, EX, EX w/Navi, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, Si, Si w/Navi, Si w/Navi w/Summer Tires, Si w/Summer Tires, GX, Si MUGEN
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Bluetooth:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2898 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
52.4 inches
Length:
173 inches
Wheelbase:
99.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2586 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
174.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl
Blue
Regatta Blue
Gray
Carbon Gray
Red
Redfire Pearl
Silver
Quicksilver
White
Captiva White
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Royal Blue Pearl
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Grey Fabric
