2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
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 Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 21 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 Tuscan. 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 Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 Tuscan | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |