2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-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 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |