2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford F-250 | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-250 | Life |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |