2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | C-Max |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2648 mm |