1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
