2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 TVR T 350

To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 TVR T 350 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 2006 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2006 TVR T 350
Make Honda TVR
Model Civic T 350
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 3996 cc
Horse Power 138 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 391 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 65 L


 

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