2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Tacuma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
