2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1630 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
