2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Honda S2000

To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1699 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford F-250 1998 Honda S2000
Make Ford Honda
Model F-250 S2000
Year Released 2004 1998
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8300 RPM
Torque 476 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 84 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2939 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 6250 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 2060 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 50 L


 

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