2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1313 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
