2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 MG TF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 MG TF 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 2008 MG TF. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Civic | TF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |