2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR T 350. 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, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | T 350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |