1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Honda Civic

To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford F-250 2000 Honda Civic
Make Ford Honda
Model F-250 Civic
Year Released 1997 2000
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2380 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2630 mm