2000 Ford Equator vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Equator | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2710 mm |
