1996 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 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 2010 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | F-250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |