2007 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 732 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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 Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Territory | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
