2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1731 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
