1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
