1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 680 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 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-250 | Legend |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |