2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1799 kg more than 2000 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-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
