2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-250 | Today |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |