2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2005 MG ZR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZR weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 MG ZR (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | ZR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
