2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 974 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-250 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
