2001 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Civic | TSO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
