2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR T 350 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 TVR T 350 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 2004 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
