2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2797 mm |
