2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2008 Ford E-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 2008 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-250 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1350 mm |