2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.

Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford F-150 1999 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model F-150 Accord
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 86.1 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L


 

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