2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | C-Max |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2648 mm |