2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1608 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-250 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1299 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |