1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Pilot. 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 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 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 Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
