2004 Honda Civic vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, both 2004 Honda Civic and 2004 MG XPower were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 419 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 2004 MG XPower 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 MG XPower. 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2004 MG XPower | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Civic | XPower |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |