2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
