2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
