2011 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 384 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Falcon (533 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
