2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 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 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | F-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |