2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 278 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |