2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 569 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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-350 (495 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 77 L |
