2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 98 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Extreme EX | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Extreme EX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
