1996 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |
