2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Honda FR-V

To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.

Because 2005 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V, 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-350 (495 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford F-350 2004 Honda FR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model F-350 FR-V
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 192 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5880 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3610 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 58 L