2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |