1996 Honda Today vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1901 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today 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:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Today | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2017 mm |
