2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 903 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, 2010 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | S-Max |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |