2010 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen T5 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | T5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |