2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R vs. 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R and 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic. 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic 2.0i-VTEC Type R | 2008 Honda Civic 1.8i-VTEC EXi Automatic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
