2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 MG ZS
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZS weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 MG ZS (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2003 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2003 MG ZS | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | ZS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
