2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Extreme EX weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Extreme EX | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Extreme EX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
