2004 Honda Fit vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Fit | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
