2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 MG ZT
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 ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZT would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 MG ZT (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2003 MG ZT | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | ZT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
