2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 808 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.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2010 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | ZDX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |