2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-350 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |