2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford C-MAX (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | C-MAX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
