2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Honda Insight

To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1497 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford F-250 2004 Honda Insight
Make Ford Honda
Model F-250 Insight
Year Released 2002 2004
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 853 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2410 mm


 

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