2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 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 C-Max (270 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2788 mm |
