2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |