2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Ford F-150 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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 F-150 (495 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
