2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1816 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1672 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
