1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
