2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
