2007 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
