2011 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2013 Ford EDGE 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 EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1702 mm |
