2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
