2001 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | F-450 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |