2002 Honda City vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1888 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | City | E-Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |