2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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 Edge (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Edge | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
