2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 Ford F-450 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 2010 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-450 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 F-450 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |
