2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Griffith weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 TVR Griffith 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 2001 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Griffith |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |