2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 156 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |