1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford F-250

To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord.

Because 2011 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Accord 2011 Ford F-250
Make Honda Ford
Model Accord F-250
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 548 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 6269 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1966 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3967 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 132 L


 

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