2003 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | T5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |