2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
