Firstly, let’s take a look at the Honda Civic hatchback. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter inline-four engine that can generate 158 horsepower or 160 ps, along with 138 lb-ft (187 Nm) of torque. The Civic hatchback is a front-wheel drive vehicle with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and has a weight of 2,956 pounds or 1,340 kilograms.
Moving on to the United States market, the LX hatchback version of the Civic is priced at $24,950. If you opt for the Sport package, it will cost you $26,350. The turbocharged EX-L, which boasts 180 horsepower, starts at $28,650. Lastly, the Sport Touring trim will set you back at least $31,450.
Next up, we have the stylish Hyundai Elantra. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter inline-four engine that can produce 147 horsepower (149 ps) and 132 lb-ft (179 Nm) of torque. Similar to the Civic, the Elantra is also a front-wheel drive vehicle and weighs 2,895 pounds.
The Elantra offers different packages to choose from. The SE package starts at $21,475. If you want additional features such as a touchscreen display, you’ll need to go for the SEL package, which costs $23,425. Lastly, the Limited edition of the Elantra starts at $26,915.
Lastly, we come to the legendary Toyota Corolla, specifically the hybrid version. Instead of the 2.0-liter engine found in the non-hybrid model, the Corolla hybrid is equipped with a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine. When combined with its eco-friendly technology, it produces 138 horsepower (140 ps) and 156 lb-ft (211 Nm) of torque.
The Corolla hybrid is an all-wheel drive vehicle and is the heaviest among the three, weighing in at 3,218 pounds. The Hybrid LE model is priced at $24,900, while the Hybrid XLE costs $27,250. If you prefer the Hybrid Nightshade edition, it will cost you $28,340.
Now, let’s move on to the comparison between these vehicles. The Elantra and Corolla went head-to-head in a 1v1 race, with the winner advancing to race against the Civic.
After a couple of drag races, the Elantra emerged as the winner. It accelerated from 0-60 mph in 8.2 seconds and completed the 1/4-mile in 16.4 seconds. On the other hand, the Corolla took 8.8 seconds to reach 60 mph and finished the 1/4-mile in 16.8 seconds. Although the difference of 0.4 seconds may not be significant, it was enough for the Elantra to move on to the next round.
Behind the wheel of the Civic was Sam from the SamCarlegion YouTube channel, who drove it to victory. The Honda Civic achieved a 0-60 mph time of 8 seconds flat and completed the 1/4-mile in 16.0 seconds. The Elantra, on the other hand, reached 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and finished the 1/4-mile in 16.5 seconds.
When it comes to cars, aesthetics are subjective. However, if you are in the market for a family-friendly sedan, it is worth considering the fastest option available.
According to the Source autoevolution.com