2004 Honda Civic vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 Honda Civic and 2004 MG ZS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS 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 ZS | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Civic | ZS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |