2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 847 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
