2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 145 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2002 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | F-250 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |