2003 Ford Model U vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U 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, 2003 Ford Model U (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Model U will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Model U | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
