2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 E-350 (184 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
