2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
