2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 378 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
