2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 206 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 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
