2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, both 2003 Ford F-150 and 2003 Honda Element were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-150 | 2003 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |