2009 Ford GT vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
