2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford F-150 2005 Honda Civic
Make Ford Honda
Model F-150 Civic
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1672 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2075 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2580 mm


 

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