2011 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | E-Series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2111 mm |