2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Marcos | Honda |
| Model | TSO | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2499 mm |
