2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 435 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.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
