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 1,993 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 MG ZS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1993 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 | 144 Nm | 240 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |