2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
