2002 Ford Lynx vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx.
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, 2002 Ford Lynx (145 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Lynx | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Lynx | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
