2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Tacuma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
