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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 24 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.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 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 | 1396 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1121 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |