2002 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1347 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-150 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 2012 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | E-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |