2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Five Hundred | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
