2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 MG ZS
To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic and 2005 MG ZS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 MG ZS. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZS. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZS. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 MG ZS has manual transmission. 2005 MG ZS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2005 MG ZS | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | ZS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
